Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported June 27, 2000
Light Boxes Recalled by Apollo
Electrocution/Electric Shock
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Apollo Presentation Products recalled Light Boxes Recalled by Apollo NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Off… - a moderate-severity action.
Light Boxes Recalled by Apollo was recalled by Apollo Presentation Products in June 27, 2000. Reason: Electrocution/Electric Shock. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #00131 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Apollo Presentation Products issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Electrocution/Electric Shock.
- Moderate
- severity level
- June 27, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00131 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #00131) was formally reported on June 27, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Apollo Presentation Products is listed as the recalling firm. The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts.
The documented reason for this recall is: Electrocution/Electric Shock Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Electronics recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 609 electronics recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
Unknown
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Light Boxes Recalled by Apollo NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued June 27, 2000, Revised April 15, 2004 Release # 00-131 Company Phone Number: (800) 476-8226 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076 Note: Firm handling recall, phone number changes. CPSC, Apollo Presentation Products Announce Recall of Light Boxes WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Apollo Presentation Products, of Ronkonkoma, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 portable light boxes, used to view film, slides and transparencies. The light boxes have loose wires and lack adequate grounding, presenting fire, electrocution and shock hazards to consumers. CPSC has received two reports of loose wires, one in which the light box caught fire, resulting in $5,000 property damage. No injuries have been reported. The recalled Apollo light boxes are models LB100, LB101, LB102 and LB110. The model number is located on a sticker affixed to the unit's side. The sticker also reads in part, "Portable Light Box...CSA." The light box consists of a white metal box, containing a fluorescent light, and a Plexiglas viewing plate that slides into two black metal guides on top of the metal box. The light box has a folding handle and tilt stand, and it can be wall mounted. The light boxes were sold in a box labeled in part, "APOLLO PRESENTATION PRODUCTS, GLOWPRO PORTABLE LIGHT BOX, Made in China." A photo of the product and the model number are on the box. Office supply stores nationwide sold the light boxes from June 1997 through April 2000 for $66 to $115. Consumers should stop using the recalled light boxes immediately, and call ATVS, Inc. (which is now handling this recall) for instructions on returning the projectors to the company for a refund. Consumers should call ATVS, Inc. toll-free at (800) 476-8226 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. Apollo light boxes that are marked with a UL logo are not part of this recall.
Reason for recall
Electrocution/Electric Shock
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00131 |
| Date reported | June 27, 2000 |
| Date initiated | June 27, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Apollo Presentation Products |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (00131) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Light Boxes Recalled by Apollo NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued June 27, 2000, Revised April 15, 2004 Release # 00-131 Company Phone Number: (800) 476-8226 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076 Note: Firm handling recall, phone number changes. CPSC, Apollo Presentation Products Announce Recall of Light Boxes WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Apollo Presentation Products, of Ronkonkoma, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 portable light boxes, used to view film, slides and transparencies. The light boxes have loose wires and lack adequate grounding, presenting fire, electrocution and shock hazards to consumers. CPSC has received two reports of loose wires, one in which the light box caught fire, resulting in $5,000 property damage. No injuries have been reported. The recalled Apollo light boxes are models LB100, LB101, LB102 and LB110. The model number is located on a sticker affixed to the unit's side. The sticker also reads in part, "Portable Light Box...CSA." The light box consists of a white metal box, containing a fluorescent light, and a Plexiglas viewing plate that slides into two black metal guides on top of the metal box. The light box has a folding handle and tilt stand, and it can be wall mounted. The light boxes were sold in a box labeled in part, "APOLLO PRESENTATION PRODUCTS, GLOWPRO PORTABLE LIGHT BOX, Made in China." A photo of the product and the model number are on the box. Office supply stores nationwide sold the light boxes from June 1997 through April 2000 for $66 to $115. Consumers should stop using the recalled light boxes immediately, and call ATVS, Inc. (which is now handling this recall) for instructions on returning the projectors to the company for a refund. Consumers should call ATVS, Inc. toll-free at (800) 476-8226 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. Apollo light boxes that are marked with a UL logo are not part of this recall.. Recalled by Apollo Presentation Products.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Electrocution/Electric Shock
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 27, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 00131.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (00131) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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